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Diplomatic medal of the States-General of the United Provinces of Holland given to John Adams

Diplomatic medal of the States-General of the United Provinces of Holland given to John Adams Gold medal

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    Gold medal, circa 1788

    67mm


    [ This description is from the project: Object of History, 2013 Exhibit ]

    Medal presented by the States-General to John Adams in 1788 to commemorate his service as the United States' first Envoy to Holland. This medal is the only 18th century diplomatic medal known to date.